Finance Controlling And Operations Manager

Job description / Role

The core purpose of the role is to drive and manage the financial controlling activities and governance for the group. Implement the financial strategy in line with the client's vision, mission, and corporate objectives; as well as the group delegation of authority policy.

Client Details

Our client is a prominent b2b company based in Abu Dhabi. Established around 20 years ago, the company has expanded its operations to over 10 countries across four continents. They are currently seeking a Finance Controlling and Operations Manager to join their leadership team and directly report into the VP of Finance.

Description

Financial Control and Governance

* Establish and maintain strong financial controls, systems, and governance frameworks to minimize risk, ensure accurate reporting, and support business objectives.
* Develop and implement Group policies for financial decision-making, including project oversight and business unit consolidation, in line with company timelines.
* Provide guidance on standard operating procedures to ensure consistency across operations.
* Implement systems to safeguard financial records and ensure compliance with regulations.
* Oversee cost control activities, including project accounting, budget approvals, variance analysis, and financial planning.
* Stay updated on financial and legislative changes, leveraging technology to enhance financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls.

Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR)

* Lead the development and implementation of a robust ICFR framework across the organization.
* Conduct regular assessments to identify key financial areas requiring oversight, ensuring critical transactions and financial statement line items are properly managed.
* Collaborate with business units and finance teams to streamline internal control testing and strengthen financial reporting accuracy.
* Work closely with auditors, providing necessary support and information to facilitate audit processes.

Financial Accounting

* General Ledger & Financial Consolidation
* Oversee the group's general ledger processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance with accounting standards, and alignment with regulatory guidelines.
* Ensure seamless data transfer from subsidiary systems to the Group's system, performing regular reconciliations and financial oversight.
* Lead the financial consolidation process on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.
* Review general ledger accounts to verify correct cost allocation, address inquiries, and approve necessary journal adjustments.

Cost Accounting

* Develop and manage cost centers and allocation methods to optimize cost distribution across products and services.
* Implement cost allocation strategies across operational units, ensuring accurate chargeback mechanisms and alignment with Group policies.

Accounts Payable & Payroll Management

* Establish and enforce payment policies and controls, ensuring compliance and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
* Supervise accounts payable transactions, verify vendor invoices, and review pre-payments to ensure timely and accurate processing.
* Monitor ledgers and overdue invoices, coordinating payment workflows and resolving discrepancies efficiently.
* Conduct payroll data reconciliations to incorporate changes or adjustments, supported by proper documentation.

Job Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Join a big team based in Abu Dhabi
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

* Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
* Professional Finance Qualification (CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA etc)
* 10+ years of relevant working experience in financial planning, analysis, controlling or related field
* Industry preference: oil and gas, energy, power, utilities
* Proficiency with Oracle and Microsoft Office suite
* Strong IFRS and financial reporting technical skills.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.